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Istanbul’s first record of habitation dates back to second millennia BC, they were settled on the Asian side of the city. Its first name comes from Megara king Byzas who took his colonists here in the 7th century BC to establish a colony named Byzantium, the Greek name for a city on the Bosphorus. Istanbul is the world’s only metropolis to be on more than one continent. The city is important to geography because it has a long history that spans the rise and fall of the world’s most famous empires. Istanbul is a major city in Turkey which is world-famous for its rich history and culture, stunning scenery, magnificent structures, and a plethora of aspects. Some top sights in Istanbul include; Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace Museum, Grand Bazaar, Boshorus, Basilica Cistern, and several others.

Hidden treasures can be discovered in the city on walking and biking tours through the best pathways that allow visitors to discover the best sights and most scenic views. Tourists can visit and explore famous landmarks in the city on sightseeing tours and cultural and historical tours in Istanbul and make discoveries on facts and historical artefacts. The city's water bodies can be visited and explored on boat cruises, and sailings and visitors will enjoy the best water sport activities with Tripindicator. Tourists can explore the city's culinary culture and party style on food, wine, and nightlife tours. Theatre shows, concerts and events can also be enjoyed in the city, and visitors can engage in other exciting outdoor activities.

Tourists can as well extend their tour to nearby cities and towns on day trips and excursions to Istanbul’s neighbouring cities and towns and will enjoy the best logistics service withairport transfers and other city transfers that provide visitors with comfortable, stress-free logistics. Luxury special occasions are also available to visitors, which gives them an insight into some of the city's famed activities and shows. These tour activities and several others have been specifically selected from tours with the best user ratings and reviews by Tripindictor and are available at very affordable prices compared to other top tour teams.

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Top Istanbul Attractions & Tours

Istanbul Super Saver: Small-Group City Sightseeing Tour plus Turkish Dinner and Show

clock 12 hours
  • Travellers can sit down for a traditional four-course Turkish dinner with music and belly dancing during this tour.
  • A chance for travellers to see the architectural relics of different styles from the different eras such as the European, Byzantine, Latin and Ottoman empire, found in the streets of Istanbul in recent times. Read more
  • A combination of two trips which helps travellers to economise and save up to 10%

  • What You'll Do:

  • Stop at Hippodrome, Binbirdirek, Sultan Ahmet Park for 15 minutes, and proceed to see the beautiful Blue mosque for 45 minutes.
  • Visit Hagia Sophia Ayasofya square
  • This trip also allows travellers to view the Topkapi Palace post-lunch for an hour and a half. Travellers get to stop over at Basilica Cistern upon taking part in this trip
  • Watch a sensational Belly dance performace while sipping on wine or a serving of two beers.

    • What It Includes:

  • During the tour, lunch is provided to all guests.
  • Tourists get to travel in AC vehicles upon taking part in this trip.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Travellers were extremely satisfied with the services provided by the professional guide who knew everything about Istanbul and were pleased to share that information with the tourists.
  • Certain travellers found the dinner and show extremely entertaining.

  • Is It Right:

  • A great choice for those who would like to spend their day exploring the city with convenience.
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Skip the Line: Hagia Sophia Museum Admission Ticket with English Speaking Guide

clock 45 minutes
  • A trip where the travellers get to see one of the world's most visited museums, the Hagia Sophia, with its stunning gold mosaics which date back to the Byzantine times.
  • A tour that helps the travellers get an idea about the museum and the treasures that it holds. Read more
  • Other than this, the travellers also get to experience and explore the various landmarks that are there in the adjoining areas of Hagia Sophia.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Visit the private and restricted portions of the museum with special permission on this trip.
  • Get a chance to explore the various hallways and alleyways that are filled with some of the best artworks and artefacts.
  • Visit various places on the way to the Hagia Sophia which also holds an important role in shaping the history of Istanbul as a nation.

    • What It Includes:

  • Pick up point is Fez Travel Istanbul Hoca Pasa Mah. Tayshaun Sok.Sukran Han No:3, Kat:3 Sirkeci, Istanbul which is connected to the other parts of the city via a well-connected transportation system.
  • The tourists are allowed to skip the long lines and get through to the museum during the tour, without any hustle and discomfort which makes the trip all the more interesting.
  • The travellers are provided with food and drink options on the completion of the trip.
  • All age groups are allowed on this trip,
  • Children and infants are allowed on this trip but should be under the supervision of their parents.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The travellers found this trip to be amazing and energetic.
  • Another traveller was very impressed with the professional guide that was provided to them, who was very informative in their approach.

    • Is It Right:

  • A great way to skip the line and to visit Hagia Sophia Museum
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Topkapi Palace Highlights Tour with Audio Guide App

clock 1 day
  • This a trip card available to the tourists which allows them to visit multiple places in the same tour.
  • With a tour card, one can visit the gorgeous Topkapi Palace, where they can also visit some of the restricted areas. Read more
  • A trip where travellers are allowed to explore the various portions of the palace and take photographs .

    • What You'll Do:

  • Explore the various hallways and alleyways that are filled with some of the best artworks and artefacts in the Topkapi Palace.
  • Explore the breathtaking sights of the city, and areas which are filled with fun and excitement.

    • What It Includes:

  • The travellers are picked up from their hotels for most of the trips but there might be trips for which the travellers may be asked to report at the departure points themselves.
  • Access to the restricted portions of the museum with special permission is included in this trip.
  • The tourists are allowed to skip the long lines and get through to the museum effectively without any hustle and discomfort.
  • The travellers are provided with ample food and drink options on the completion of the trip.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The travellers found this trip to be full of exciting activities.
  • Another traveller was very impressed with the professional guide for the trip and commented that the guide was very informative in their approach.

    • Is It Right:

  • A great option for those who want to know more about the city
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Whirling Dervish Ceremony: Go on a Spiritual Journey

clock 1 hour
  • This is a stunning 1.5-hour whirling dervish performance in Istanbul where the travellers enjoy a drink and some Turkish delight as the show starts
  • They are also allowed to watch the UNESCO-listed ceremonial dance inside the Hodjapasha Dance Theater that makes the travellers captivated as the semazens dance and chant their way around the stage and listen to traditional Persian and Turkish music from a live orchestra Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • Witness a company of semazens (or whirling dervishes) perform the Mevleviye sema dance which has a rich history of around 800 years.
  • Get the opportunity to enjoy the mesmerizing dance at a hall.
  • Explore the architecture of this 15th century building, originally used for Turkish baths, and now home to ceremonial performances and traditional Turkish dance.

    • What It Includes:

  • The departure point is set to be Sirkeci, Istanbul which is well connected to the other parts of the city via the public transportation facility.
  • All age groups are allowed on this trip.
  • Children and infants are allowed on this trip but should be under the supervision of their parents.
  • The travellers are provided with innumerable cups of water and tea as they watch the show.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • One of the travellers hoped to return on this trip soon to witness this beautiful and enigmatic dance once fagain.
  • Another traveller praised the architectural beauty of the hall and also commended the local guide who made them understand the various portions of the dance performance.

    • Is It Right:

  • A great opportunity to skip the line and visit the Whirling Dervish Ceremony
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Istanbul Tourist Pass: 100+ Top Attractions/ Services

clock 2 to 10 days
  • This Istanbul Tourist Pass allows the visitors to explore the various parts of the city unrestricted and is full of enjoyment.
  • A trip where the travellers are allowed to see over 35 mesmerising and amusing sights. Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • The tourists start by visiting the Hippodrome and learn interesting facts about it
  • The next stop is the gorgeous Blue Mosque, Sultanahmet Mah At Meydani Cad No 7, where the tourists enjoy the courtyards of Istanbul
  • Hagia Sophia Museum / Church is the next stop where fascinating tales of Sultanahmet are narrated by the guide
  • Head towards Topkapi Palace next, which is a garden place
  • Stop at the Caferaga Medresesi next which showcases the artistic side of Istanbul
  • Visit Galata Tower, which has world's oldest funiculars
  • Then take a tram down to Karakoy to discover the old side of Istanbul
  • Biberon Cafe & Crafts is the last stop
  • Visit the private and restricted portions of the museum with special permission on this trip.

    • What It Includes:

  • Skip the long lines and get through the museum without any hustles and discomfort, which makes the trip all the more interesting.
  • The travellers are provided with ample food and drink options on the completion of the trip.
  • All age groups are allowed on this trip.
  • Children and infants are allowed on this trip but should be under the supervision of their parents.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The travellers found this trip to be amazing and energetic.
  • Another traveller was very impressed with the professional guide that was provided to them, who was very informative in their approach.

    • Is It Right:

  • A great choice in terms of saving time and money on Istanbul's top attractions with an Istanbul Tourist Pass,
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Hagia Sophia Highlights Tour and Audio Guide App

clock 1 hour
  • Travellers have an opportunity to avail VIP passes to vist the Hagia Sophia without any restrictions, thanks to this tour.
  • A tour that helps the travellers learn more about the museum and the treasures that it holds, especially for those who seek mystery. Read more
  • Other than this, the travellers also get to experience and explore the various landmarks that are there in the adjoining areas of the Hagia Sophia.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Explore the various hallways and alleyways that are bursting with some of the best artworks and artefacts.
  • Apart from this, visit various places on the way to the Hagia Sophia which also hold an important role in shaping the history of Istanbul as a nation.
  • The tourists are also allowed to skip the long lines and get through the museum effectively, without any hustles and discomfort.

    • What It Includes:

  • The departure point is set to be the Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya), Ayasofya Square, Sultanahmet, Istanbul
  • The opportunity to visit the restricted portions of the museum with special permission is also included in this trip interesting.
  • The travellers will be provided with ample food and drink options on the completion of the trip.
  • All age groups are allowed on this trip.
  • Children and infants are allowed on this trip but should be under the supervision of their parents.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The travellers found this trip to be excellent.
  • Another traveller was very impressed with the professional guide that was provided for this trip, who was very informative and helpful in his approach.

    • Is It Right:

  • A perfect trip for those who loves history
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Combo Tour: Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace & Baslica Cistern

clock 3 to 6 hours
  • A trip card available to the tourists allows the travellers to visit multiple places.
  • Apart from being able to visit multiple tourist attractions, this VIP card also enables the tourists to visit restricted portions of various sites. Read more
  • One of the major tourist attractions, the Basilica Cistern, is open for all the travellers. Here, the religious minded people will find the atmosphere to be calm and refreshing.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Visit one of the most interesting places, the Hagia Sophia, which still awe-inspiring to anyone who visits it.
  • The travellers get to explore the various hallways and alleyways that are adorned with one of the best artworks and artefacts.

    • What It Includes:

  • Hotel pickup is available for most of the trips but there might be a few trips for which the travellers may be asked to report directly at the departure points.
  • Tourists are allowed to enter the Topkapi Palace, where they can also visit the restricted portions.
  • Exploring the various portions of the palace and taking photographs are also included in the trip.
  • A professional guide will be present who will help tourists in understanding the locations and help them learn about the history of the places.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Tourists liked the tour and the overalll experience
  • Another tourist liked the guide and the information that they received

    • Is It Right:

  • A perfect trip where travellers get to skip the long queues and make the most out of a day
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Private Sapanca and Masukiye Tour with Zoo from Istanbul

clock 10 hours
  • Escape from the chaotic city for the relaxing waters and fascinating mountains of Lake Sapanca with this private full-day tour from Istanbul. Have a picnic on the lakefront and a hike to the Masukiye waterfall, then ride the cable car (not...Read more
from$960.85

Aquarium Istanbul Admission & Lunch & Aqua Florya Shopping

clock 3 hours 30 minutes
  • In comparison to other aquariums of its class containing fish species living in the world’s seas, it is the newest with its travel route, thematization, interactivity, rainforest and cutting-edge technology.

    Istanbul Akvaryum holds a...Read more
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Istanbul Welcome Card Classic

clock 1 hour 30 minutes
  • The Istanbul Welcome Card will be waiting for you in the Istanbul Airport, Havalines Ticket Office. (Floor -2nd, Gate 17)

    Includes:
    • 90-Minute Bosphorus Boat Tour
    • 5 Rides with Public Transportation
    • City Map and...Read more
from$27.01

Topkapi Palace Skip the Line Tickets and Audio App

clock 1 day
  • Walk through the glorious gates and gardens for discovering the centuries of the Ottoman history via its centuries old authentic art & architecture! Visit timeless collections all astonishing from royal jewelries to religious relics while learning...Read more
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SEA LIFE Istanbul General Admission

clock 2 hours
  • Looking for family attractions and things to do in Istanbul? Visit Istanbul SEA LIFE ?stanbul, located in Forum Istanbul Shopping Mall and home to an exciting collection of sea creatures. 270 degree panoramic viewing Sea Bed, 21 themed zones with 47...Read more
from$26.11

Turkey 09 Days Tour

clock 9 days
  • Best popular places to see and admission fees are included. Guided tours , also enjoy shopping at organized times. You may extend your stay at Istanbul . Can add hot air Balloon tour in Cappadocia , please contact for extra tour charges. We may...Read more
from$438.95 from$1496.32

Cappadocia 3 Days Tour included Hotair Balloon within sunrise

clock 3 days
  • Our tour is covering many places in Cappadocia and included also wonderfull Hotair balloon tour within sunrise . If you need, we can arrange your domestic flight ticket frm Istanbul or any other city in Turkey.
    ** There is single room supplement...Read more
from$748.15

Skip-the-Line Admission ticket to Topkapi Palace & Harem Section

clock 20 to 120 minutes
  • Book your ticket and save your time for the glorious beauty inside this unique museum in Istanbul that reveals the royal heritage of Istanbul.
    Once you reserve your tickets here, our official guiding crew will be waiting for you at the meeting...Read more
from$60.78

Private Old City Walking Tour

clock 6 to 8 hours
  • You will have a great experience of old Istanbul with your professional licensed guide. As we are a fully licensed travel company and we will be using licensed guides you will skip the ticket lines and you will be provided a full historical...Read more
from$142.94 from$167.70

Just Hagia Sophia Tour

clock 1 hour
  • Hear the magical story of Hagia Sophia from a professional historian guide. It served as a center of religious, political, and artistic life for the Byzantine. It is also an important site of Muslim worship after Sultan Mehmed II conquered...Read more
from$47.27

Skip the Line:Isfanbul Theme Park Day Trip from Istanbul with Transfer included

clock 420 to 450 minutes
  • Enjoy hours of thrills and fun at Vialand, Turkey’s one-and-only theme park-shopping complex, on this day trip from Istanbul! Ride white-knuckle rollercoasters, feel your heart pound on high-speed rides, get soaked on splash-filled rivers, and...Read more
from$90.04
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Top Sightseeing Tours in Istanbul

Best of Istanbul: 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour

clock 7 to 21 hours
  • A chance to be awed by Istanbul's magnificent architecture, rich history, and eclectic bazaars as you discover the unmissable highlights of the Old City on this 1-, 2-, or 3-day private tour
  • A tour where tourists will get to see the glorious Hagia Sophia, Read more
  • A chance for the tourists to explore the local streets on a walking tour of the city

    • What You'll Do:

  • Stop at the Sultanahmet District and take a tour further
  • Pass by the Hippodrome and take another tour
  • Visit places like the Blue Mosque, the Sultanahmet Square, the Hagia Sophia Museum , the Topkapi Palace, the Basilica Cistern, the Grand Bazaa, the Bosphorus Strait, the Dolmabahce Palace, the Taksim Square, the Istiklal Street, the Galata Tower, the Misir Carsisi, the Suleymaniye Mosque, the Fener Rum Patrikhanesi, the Kariye Museum, and the Pierre Loti Tepesi.
  • Learn how the magnificient Blue Mosque earned its famous nickname, and see the ancient Basilica Cistern.

    • What It Includes:

  • This trip is not provide access to wheelchairs
  • The trip is stroller friendly
  • For multiple day booking, private van service will be advised for you, according to your hotel location and the size of the group
  • Tourists will be provided with a professional guide
  • Lunch is not included in this trip but can be purchased separately

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Most of the tourists liked the tour and the overall experience
  • Another tourist liked the guide and the information they received

    • Is It Right:

  • An excellent tour which covers the best places of Istanbul
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Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Private Tour

clock 4 hours
  • A private tour that allows tourists to explore the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia
  • A private tour through which the travellers get to enjoy some of the main tourist spots of the city Read more
  • During the tour, travellers will be stunned by the hidden gems in the mosques of Istanbul.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Visit the magnificient Blue Mosque for around 1 hour and 30 minutes
  • Explore the Hagia Sophia Museum next, for another 1 hour and 30 minutes
  • Get to visit the Corlulu Ali Pasa Medresesi and enjoy the famous caj tea at the end of the day.
  • The last stop for this trip is a visit to the Little Hagia Sophia where travellers get to view the various hidden gems.

    • What It Includes:

  • The tour is about 4 hours long
  • A local guide is also available for this private tour
  • Tea and coffee are included within this tour

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Travellers appreciated that the tour guide for the trip was well informed. They were regaled with interesting overview of the sights. The guide also helped the travellers with a recommendation for an excellent fish restaurant, where he made them feel at home by explaining the various food options available
  • Another group of travellers have recommended this tour to everyone as it is an excellent way to explore Istanbul

    • Is It Right:

  • Perfect for those who are willing to spend half a day in exploring the city
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4 Days Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour

clock 4 days
  • This tour will take you years back, Enjoy the history , culture and nature all in once.We highly recommend this programme to you and if you like we can combine this programme with other Turkey travel destinations all depending on your...Read more
from$784.54

Lost Lovers Escape Room Experience in Istanbul

clock 1 hour 30 minutes
  • The decoration of the house, unique puzzles, original scores! Rooms, lightning and all the mechanisms were designed by a professional team of 12...Read more
from$33.71 from$38.42

Full-Day Wine Tour from Istanbul

clock 12 hours
  • A full-day tour that takes place in Istanbul, which allows travellers to explore the city at ease. Lunch is also provided for the guests.
  • The trip is designed to offer a taste of the rich wine to all its visitors Read more
  • A visit to the four wineries makes a special attraction for the tourists. A local guide entertains and educates the guests with tales about the wine history of the country

    • What You'll Do:

  • The tourists are picked up from their respective hotels and taken to the first winery; Chateau Nuzun, which is well known for being a fully organic set up
  • Enjoy a luxurious spread for lunch accompanied by some delightful wine at the Vino Dessera Vineyards
  • Set off to Arcadia Baglari to witness a wine demonstration
  • The final stop is the Barel Vineyards

    • What It Includes:

  • This is a full-day tour and lasts for 12 hours
  • The tourists are accompanied by a professional tour guide
  • The tourists are picked up from their hotels at the beginning of this tour
  • An air-conditioned vehicle is provided for transportation
  • Lunch and free-flowing unlimited wine is served in this tour
  • 4 different wines are offered tto the guests in each of the wineries

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The tourists loved the lunch accompanied by brilliant scenic views
  • The tourists were very fond of the tour guide and highly recommended the tour to all
  • A group of tourists have said that they loved tasting the wine and were served adequate amounts of drinks upon taking part in this tour

    • Is It Right:

  • Discover the hostory of wine in this city, while trying out some of the renowned wines on this excellent tour!
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A Taste of Istanbul: Street Food Tour

clock 4 hours 30 minutes
  • This is a tour that allows travellers to explore Istanbul along with all the appetising delicacies famous to this place
  • This is a tour which allows tourists to explore the city of Istanbul in the most delicious way possible Read more
  • This is a trip that allows the tourists to live the vivid and colourful image of the city of Istanbul

    • What You'll Do:

  • The tour provides travellers with the flexibility of choosing from a list of departure timings, based on their availability
  • The first destination that travellers visit on this trip is Kadikoy Istanbul Boga Meydani, where the tourists get to halt for about 1 hour
  • The tourists get to interact with the fishermen at the Galata bridge
  • Beyoglu is the next stoppage of this tour where they stop for about 1 hour and observe this interesting place
  • The tourists also visit the enticing Istiklal Street and Karakoy Rihtim

    • What It Includes:

  • The time taken to cover this tour is 4 hours and 30 minutes
  • A professional tour guide is also provided for this tour
  • Tourists are picked up by the guide by public transport
  • Food tastings are a part of the tour as well
  • The tour includes entry to Kadikoy Istanbul Boga Meydani, Beyoglu, Istiklal Street, Karakoy Rihtim

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The tourists found the tour guide to be fun-loving and accommodating
  • Tourists said that they learned a lot about Istanbul from this tour
  • Tourists loved the taste of the local cuisine as they went exploring the various aromatic food stalls and shops

    • Is It Right:

  • A great choice for those who want to know more about the food culture of Istanbul
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Hills of Istanbul Tour

clock 4 to 5 hours
  • Half Day Morning City Tour with Palace and Cable Car Fee Included
    With hotel transfers , Professional Licensed...Read more
from$63.86 from$67.53

Private Licensed Tour Guide

clock 7 hours
  • An experienced private local tour guide , who is licensed from the Turkish Ministry of Tourism and Culture will be at your personal service from 8:30am until 5:30pm in Istanbul to show you...Read more
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Eat Like a Local: Istanbul Food and Culture Tour with Dinner at Local Family Home

clock 3 hours 30 minutes
  • A tour that allows travellers to explore the food and culture of Istanbul in one day
  • The main attraction of this tour is home-cooked meal served to the tourists Read more
  • The tour also includes a tour across Sultanahmet

    • What You'll Do:

  • Meet the tour guide at Sultanahmet, which is the meeting point for the tour
  • Visit a local family to gain knowledge about the tradition, customs and the local cuisine found in Istanbul
  • The dinner that is served to the tourists is a sumptious 3-course meal which includes additions prepared by the local family
  • The serving begins with an aromatic thin soup called Acorba, followed by a hearty meal comprising of minced meat and eggplant with rice and salad, and a sweet dripping dessert
  • During the meal, chat with the hosts to know more about the rich tradition and the culture of Istanbul
  • After meal, walk along the street with the guide to know more about the history of the place

    • What It Includes:

  • The duration for this tour is 3 hours and 30 minutes
  • A local English speaking guide is assigned to the group
  • Home-cooked meal
  • The tourists get to drink tea and traditional sherbets in this trip
  • The visitors get to use an authentic shisha pipe that can add a drop of pizzazz to the photographs they take back home
  • Ensured a fantastic personalized experience

    • Travellers Talk:

  • A group of tourists said they got to know the real Istanbul by going on this tour
  • The tourists were happy with the knowledge that they got from the guide
  • They loved having dinner with the local families and the courtesy extended by them

    • Is It Right:

  • For the true essence of Turkish heritage, eat like a local and explore the streets of Sultanahmet. This tour gives travellers that opportunity
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Istanbul Culinary Tour: Local Tavern and Gourmet Street Foods

clock 4 hours
  • A Culinary Tour where travellers get to taste the local cuisine at taverns and gourmet street shops
  • It is a tour where travellers can enjoy all types of street food, snacks, desserts and drinks. Read more
  • A tour where travellers get to see incredible hidden passages such as the Flower Passage, the Hazzo Poulo, and the Asmalan Mescit

    • What You'll Do:

  • First, visit the popular street food area called Beyoglu or Pera and spend an hour and forty minutes there
  • Next, visit a restaurant with traditional food, decoration, and music
  • Taste Beyoaglu Chocolate - one of the most famous chocolates in Istanbul, and Baklava (baqlawah) - a rich, sweet pastry made of layers of filo.

    • What It Includes:

  • The food tour is about 4 hours long
  • A professional guide will be provided for this tour
  • Alcoholic beverages, tea and coffee are included within this trip
  • A small group is recommended to best enjoy this trip

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Some travellers have said that this trip is a fantastic experience. They liked how the guide led them to places and food shops that they would never have tried had they not taken part in this trip
  • Travellers liked how the tour guide was excellent, attentive and knowledgeable with regard to the Turkish food and the history of the place. They recommended this trip for all who visit Istanbul.

    • Is It Right:

  • A great option for those who want to know the complex food culture of Istanbul on a guided street food tour
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Taste of Two Continents: Istanbul Food Tour

clock 6 hours
  • This is an exotic food tour that allows tourists to try all the fabulous dishes that are famous to the city of Istanbul
  • The distinctive taste of the two continents, Europe and Asia, are brought forth with this tour. Read more
  • The tour includes a visit to about 10 different stops and exciting food tasting sites that one gets to explore

    • What You'll Do:

  • The tour begins in the historic areas of Istanbul where the tourists take a relaxed stroll for 2 hours
  • Then the tourists are taken to a luxurious spice market, Misir Carsisi where they taste delicious Turkish breakfast
  • An exotic spread of breakfast includes different varieties of cheese, buffalo cream, hazelnut paste, honey, olives, dried beef pastrami, simit, and the traditional flavourful Turkish tea
  • Tourists cross the glimmering Bosphorous strait by a ferry
  • Tourists also get a chance to visit Kadikoy Carsisi, Kadikoy Iskelesi to indulge in dolma, tantuni and kokoreAc

    • What It Includes:

  • The time taken to cover this tour is 6-7 hours
  • Tourists taking part in this tour get to taste about 5-6 kinds of non alcoholic beverages
  • Tourists get to try food from about 10 different shops
  • A friendly tour guide serves as the host to the trip
  • The day is filled with a peek into the Turkish culture, history and culinary knowledge

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The tourists commented that this tour was one of the best tours they have been a part of
  • The tourists remarked that the tour was worth every penny
  • Travellers said that this tour is a great way to experience the Turkish food and culture

    • Is It Right:

  • Get a taste for the culture and cuisine of Istanbul by availing this trip
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from$101.30 from$133.60

Skip the Line: Hagia Sophia Museum Admission Ticket with English Speaking Guide

clock 45 minutes
  • A trip where the travellers get to see one of the world's most visited museums, the Hagia Sophia, with its stunning gold mosaics which date back to the Byzantine times.
  • A tour that helps the travellers get an idea about the museum and the treasures that it holds. Read more
  • Other than this, the travellers also get to experience and explore the various landmarks that are there in the adjoining areas of Hagia Sophia.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Visit the private and restricted portions of the museum with special permission on this trip.
  • Get a chance to explore the various hallways and alleyways that are filled with some of the best artworks and artefacts.
  • Visit various places on the way to the Hagia Sophia which also holds an important role in shaping the history of Istanbul as a nation.

    • What It Includes:

  • Pick up point is Fez Travel Istanbul Hoca Pasa Mah. Tayshaun Sok.Sukran Han No:3, Kat:3 Sirkeci, Istanbul which is connected to the other parts of the city via a well-connected transportation system.
  • The tourists are allowed to skip the long lines and get through to the museum during the tour, without any hustle and discomfort which makes the trip all the more interesting.
  • The travellers are provided with food and drink options on the completion of the trip.
  • All age groups are allowed on this trip,
  • Children and infants are allowed on this trip but should be under the supervision of their parents.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The travellers found this trip to be amazing and energetic.
  • Another traveller was very impressed with the professional guide that was provided to them, who was very informative in their approach.

    • Is It Right:

  • A great way to skip the line and to visit Hagia Sophia Museum
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Turkish Coffee Experience (Cooking, Tasting) Afternoon Tour

clock 180 to 240 minutes
  • A tour where travellers get to taste Turkish coffee and can join a coffee making class.
  • A fun tour for travellers where they get to learn and practice the various methods of making coffee at a local coffee shop. Read more
  • A chance to visit some of the oldest coffee houses of the city

    • What You'll Do:

  • Begin the tour with a coffee tasting opportunity at the historical coffee shops of the city
  • Participate in a Coffee Making Course at a coffee shop where you are given a certificate on completion
  • Visit Haci Bekir confectioner, who are the experts in traditional sweets such as the Turkish delight

    • What It Includes:

  • The food tour is about 3 hours long
  • A professional guide will lead this coffee tasting tour
  • This is a small-group tour that is limited to only 15 coffee lovers
  • Hotel pickup and drop services are included in this trip
  • Entry fees are included in this trip's package
  • Trying out the original Turkish coffee is included in this trip as well

    • Travellers Talk:

  • Travellers have said that this is a wonderful tour where they got to visit coffee houses that they would never have found by themselves, which is why they have highly recommended this tour to others.
  • One traveller liked how enthusiastic and informative the guide was. They were the only ones to take part in this tour on that day, so it was more or less like a personalized experience for them
  • Another group of travellers were absolutely fascinated by the service provided by the guide for this tour

    • Is It Right:

  • Great choice for travellers who want to discover traditional techniques for making a perfect cup of Turkish coffee
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Istanbul Food Walking Tour of Beyoglu by Night

clock 3 hours 30 minutes
  • This is a relaxed evening walking tour that takes place in the Beyoaglu district of Istanbul
  • A tour where travellers get to witness the unexplored side of the city, eat and relax Read more
  • In this tour travellers get to taste everything from delicious kebab wraps to islak " burgers, Turkish coffee. Experience traditional fortune-telling session, try out mouth-watering meze along with many other dishes.

    • What You'll Do:

  • Begin the tour with a visit to the Cicek Pasaji and taste bits of flavoursome traditional food items like patAcanga boreagi or melted cheese rolls or soslu patlancan salatasan i.e. eggplant salad
  • Listen to the guide providing interesting insights into the street cuisine available in the city
  • Visit Taksim Square where you can eat delicious islak " burgers

    • What It Includes:

  • The food tour is about 3 hrs and 30 minutes long
  • A local guide will be leading this food tasting tour
  • Food samples and Turkish coffee are included in this trip

    • Travellers Talk:

  • This trip was a great way to become comfortable with Istanbul right away as said by most travellers
  • Travellers loved this tour. One traveller was the only one taking part and was provided with 2 guides and another guide who was training for this particular culinary tour

    • Is It Right:

  • A great choice for those who want to savor traditional bites on this guided Istanbul food walking tour through the lively Beyoaglu district
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Big Bus Istanbul Hop-On Hop-Off

clock 2 hours
  • A trip that takes place on a Double Decker bus that allows you to hop on and hop off at the famous tourist attractions all across Istanbul
  • A trip where travellers get to stay in each location for about 30 minutes and the route duration is about 1 or 2 hours depending on what one selects at the time of booking
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    What You'll Do:

  • Select between the Red Route or the Blue route, which feature different stops
  • Hop on and off at any of the two routes of your choice
  • There are various ticketing options available and prices are fixed on the basis of 1 day, 2 day or 3 day trips

    • What It Includes:

  • Travellers get to access free Wifi and interesting commentary in 8 different languages
  • Travellers are provided with a Big Bus App, map and headphones.
  • Travellers are also granted entry to Naval Museum and Miniaturk
  • The bus provided for this tour is a open top bus, giving travellers a 360-degree panoramic view as they travel along the route across Istanbul

    • Travellers Talk:

  • A group of travellers were very happy with the tour as it was easy to locate the bus stops and the river cruise. Travellers also got to see some of the most famous attractions of Istanbul upon taking part in this tour

    • Is It Right:

  • Yes! This trip is extremely suitable for travellers as they can create their own personalized sightseeing itinerary and explore Istanbul at leisure
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Istanbul by Night: Dining Out in a Turkish Way

clock 4 hours
  • A trip that allows travellers to discover the well-favoured ways in which Turkish people dine
  • A chance for travellers to meet the local people, start the evening with simit (a bread roll) and visit the local kanraathane, which is actually a coffee shop Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • Stop at Istanbul Walks, Kucuk Ayasofya Mah. Sifahamami Sok. No:1 Kat:1 Sultanahmet.
  • Enjoy live music
  • Visit all the food hotspots which many tourists don't know about
  • Enjoy traditional food with coffee at simit bakery accompanied by some nice music
  • Taste rich and flavoursome tea/coffee/kebabs/traditional starters/simit, etc. on this tour
  • Travellers will be led by a local guide, who will help them enjoy everything and end the trip with a cup of lovely Turkish coffee
  • Visit the Taksim Square, along with other spots such as: - Istiklal Street - Beyoglu District - Local Live Music - Ocakbaagan (Charcoal Grill) Restaurant - Meyhane (Local Pub)

    • What It Includes:

  • This is a one-hour tour and includes a local guide, turkish delights, two glasses of Raki i.e. Turkish coffee or tea , dinner,as well as hotel pick up and drop off services
  • There are a lot of local food and titbits included in this tour package

    • Travellers Talk:

  • A group of travellers were extremely delighted to visit Istiklal street and the Taksim Area
  • Another group of travellers found the local tour guide to be very informative
  • Travellers liked that they got to learn a lot about the local food and culture

    • Is It Right:

  • A great opportunity for tourists where they can eat and explore like a local
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Topkapi Palace Highlights Tour with Audio Guide App

clock 1 day
  • This a trip card available to the tourists which allows them to visit multiple places in the same tour.
  • With a tour card, one can visit the gorgeous Topkapi Palace, where they can also visit some of the restricted areas. Read more
  • A trip where travellers are allowed to explore the various portions of the palace and take photographs .

    • What You'll Do:

  • Explore the various hallways and alleyways that are filled with some of the best artworks and artefacts in the Topkapi Palace.
  • Explore the breathtaking sights of the city, and areas which are filled with fun and excitement.

    • What It Includes:

  • The travellers are picked up from their hotels for most of the trips but there might be trips for which the travellers may be asked to report at the departure points themselves.
  • Access to the restricted portions of the museum with special permission is included in this trip.
  • The tourists are allowed to skip the long lines and get through to the museum effectively without any hustle and discomfort.
  • The travellers are provided with ample food and drink options on the completion of the trip.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • The travellers found this trip to be full of exciting activities.
  • Another traveller was very impressed with the professional guide for the trip and commented that the guide was very informative in their approach.

    • Is It Right:

  • A great option for those who want to know more about the city
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Byzantine Churches of Constantinople (Visits from Exterior)

clock 400 to 450 minutes
  • A tour where the travellers, with the help of a guide, will get to explore the Christian sanctuaries built by the Byzantine Empire and see the glittering mosaics and frescoes of Chora church
  • This is a trip where travellers get to see many interesting venues like the St Polyeuktos Church, which is one of the most significant places of worship, and also the Pammakaristos Church, which is now converted into a fethiye mosque Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • Stopover at Sarachane district on the European side
  • Chora Church is the next stop, and is famous for its beautiful mosaic artwork. Travellers also get to stroll around the gorgeous Tekfur Palace
  • Learn about Istanbul when it was known as Constantinople.
  • Explore the ancient Churches, the faAcade, the arches and the royal courtyards as the guide recounts how the palace once boasted vast gardens, dungeons and houses. Finally, finish the tour with a hotel drop-off.

    • What It Includes:

  • This is an 8-hour tour and includes pick up and drop off services by an AC Mini Van, guide charges and entry fees to the Chora church
  • Lunch is also included in this tour.

    • Travellers Talk:

  • A traveller recommended this tour as it offers a unique experience to all tourists
  • Another traveller found the guide to be quite knowledgeable and was very happy with the tour as the guide made it very interesting.
  • Some travellers have even commented that best part of this tour were the wonderful restaurants in Faith District

    • Is It Right:

  • A perfect trip for tourists where they get to explore important religious buildings from the era of Constantinople
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Dolmabahce Palace & Uskudar(Asian Side) Afternoon Tour

clock 4 hours
  • A tour that allows travellers to cross the stunning Bosphurus Bridge, explore the DolmabahAce Palace, travel to the Camalica hill on the Asian side and then come back to European side
  • In this tour, travellers are also guided on a waterside tour at the DolmabahAce palace, which was last built by the Ottaman Empire Read more

    What You'll Do:

  • Visit the DolmabahAce palace for 1 hour and 15 minutes and enjoy the extravagant halls and chambers as the guide shares the stories of the last sultans.
  • Afterwards, visit the resplendent valley of Camlica hills which is the highest point of Istanbul
  • Get stunned by the chandeliers, marble silk and see the various highlights of the tour such as the grandiose Medhal hall, Crystal staircase and also learn about Mustafa Ataturk, Turkey's first president.
  • Travellers are dropped off at their respective hotels after the tour is over

    • What It Includes:

  • A 5-hour long tour which includes hotel pick up and drop off services
  • A professional guide will be provided for this tour
  • Charges to enter the DolmabahÃce Palace are included in this tour.
  • An air-conditioned vehicle will also be provided for the travellers

    • Travellers Talk:

  • A small group of three tourists were very happy as they were able to get a personalised information from the guide
  • As The Camlica hills offer a great view of both the European side and Asian side of Istanbul and the DolmabahAce Palace, many tourists recommended this tour to their friends

    • Is It Right:

  • Want to go beyond Istanbul's top attractions and discover more of the city from a multifaceted half-day sightseeing tour? Well, this is the right option for you.
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Bosphorus New Year Party on Luxury Yacht in Istanbul 2024

clock 4 hours
  • A dinner cruise tour in Turkey
  • The various live shows are the special attractions of this tour, Read more
  • A tour where travellers get to watch the beautiful sunset over the Bosphorus strait and enjoy the night lights of the city.

    • What You'll Do:

  • All the tourists are required to meet at Unkapanan Kadir Has University., Cibali, after which the tour starts
  • On the way to the cruise, the tourists come across quite a few renowned sites of the city
  • Tourists get to view the Asian coastline and the European coastline which are filled with monuments
  • To make the guests comfortable, the cabin-crew serves unlimited soft drinks
  • Some of the famous sites that the tourists get to come across include the Kiz Kulesi tower, Blue Mosque, and Dolmabahce Palace
  • Catch a glimpse of Turkey illuminated by the lights
  • Tourists are served traditional food to satisfy the appetite
  • The live music and dancing lighten the mood, and bring forth the Anatolian culture of the city

    • What It Includes:

  • The duration of this tour is 3 hours and 30 minutes
  • The tourists are picked up from their hotels at a stipulated time
  • The tourists are dropped at their hotels after the tour ends
  • Unlimited soft drinks are served to the tourists
  • An open buffet dinner option is offered on this tour.
  • An air-conditioned vehicle is provided for satisfying the transportation needs of the tourists.
  • All fees and taxes are included in the cost of the package for the tour
  • Alcoholic beverages are not included on this tour

    • Is It Right:

  • A perfect way to spend an evening with your loved ones; with dinner and entertainment!
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